Letter 49: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Clarissa's cousin, on whose arrival she relies for advice; Lovelace agrees to wait for his arrival.
Letter 54: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Clarissa considers fleeing to her cousin Morden, who is abroad.
Letter 64: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Clarissa considers writing to him, hoping his arrival might improve her situation.
Letter 76: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Clarissa hopes for his arrival to mediate a reconciliation.
Letter 81: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Mentioned as a relative whose arrival Clarissa should await before making decisions.
Letter 89: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Mentioned as a preferable protector over Lovelace should Clarissa be forced to leave home.
Letter 101: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Clarissa hopes for his return to England to mediate a reconciliation with her family.
Letter 124: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Clarissa's cousin, expected soon; Lovelace offers to escort Clarissa to him in Florence, but she refuses on grounds of propriety.
Letter 137: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Clarissa hopes for his arrival to mediate and protect her interests.
Letter 142: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Referenced as the cousin whose arrival Clarissa used as a reason to delay Lovelace's offers.
Letter 144: Mrs. Hervey, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Mentioned as a relative whose arrival was awaited before Clarissa's flight.
Letter 173: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Writes a letter from Florence warning Clarissa against Lovelace and urging her to obey her parents.
Letter 177: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Mentioned as the source of a letter enclosed in Clarissa's previous correspondence, which moved Anna to tears.
Letter 188: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Mentioned as the cousin whose arrival is awaited for Clarissa's safety.
Letter 217: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Quoted by Clarissa regarding the remorseless nature of free livers.
Letter 230: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Mentioned as a relative from whom Clarissa cannot hope for protection, as he has been engaged by her brother.
Letter 308: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Mrs. Norton mentions that Colonel Morden is expected to arrive soon and may help secure justice for Clarissa.
Letter 319: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Expected to arrive soon and see justice done for Clarissa regarding her person and estate.
Letter 377: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Mrs. Judith Norton
Mentioned as having prayed for Clarissa's recovery in the past; Clarissa asks to be informed when he arrives.
Letter 381: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Mentioned as the person whose arrival Mrs. Norton will report to Clarissa.
Letter 408: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Reported to have arrived in England and is expected soon, offering potential hope for Clarissa.
Letter 409: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Mrs. Norton
Clarissa hears of his safe arrival but fears he may seek vengeance on her behalf.
Letter 413: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Recently arrived in England; Clarissa wishes to see him, but Belford worries about potential conflicts with Lovelace.
Letter 415: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Mentioned as a man of honour and bravery; Lovelace wishes he could mediate with Clarissa's family.
Letter 417: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Appears in Lovelace's dream threatening him with a sword.
Letter 421: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Lovelace credits Morden's mediation for Clarissa's change of heart, referencing her affection for him.
Letter 427: The Rev. Dr. Lewen, to Miss Cl. Harlowe
Reported to have arrived and resolved to see justice done for Clarissa.
Letter 428: Miss Cl. Harlowe, to the Rev. Dr. Lewen
Mentioned as a family member whose safety might be compromised by escalating resentments.
Letter 431: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Visited the family, is concerned for Clarissa, and plans to inquire about Lovelace's intentions; currently experiencing some coldness from the family.
Letter 432: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Expected to arrive soon and is very zealous on Clarissa's behalf, potentially improving her situation.
Letter 433: Miss Cl. Harlowe, to Mrs. Judith Norton
Clarissa is sorry he has resolved to see Mr. Lovelace, causing her apprehension.
Letter 436: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Miss Howe
Has arrived and is ready to take Clarissa's part with her relations.
Letter 439: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Expected to visit Lovelace to question his intentions toward Clarissa; Lovelace views this as an officious move.
Letter 442: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Visits to advocate for Clarissa, emphasizing her virtue and the need for justice.
Letter 443: Mr. Lovelace
Visits Lovelace and Lord M.; reads letters and expresses regret he did not arrive earlier.
Letter 445: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Belford describes him as a spirited but just man, and reports that his interview with Lovelace ended without ill consequences.
Letter 446: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
His conference with Lovelace ended amicably; writes a kind letter to Clarissa.
Letter 447: Colonel Morden, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Writes to Clarissa, having been in England for a fortnight, working on her behalf and urging her to forgive Lovelace.
Letter 448: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Wm. Morden, Esq.
Addressee of the letter; Clarissa congratulates him on his return and thanks him for believing in her innocence.
Letter 454: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Engaged in Clarissa's favor with her family; Miss Howe has clarified matters to prevent misapprehensions.
Letter 455: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Visited Anna, met with Lovelace, and is determined to secure Clarissa's inheritance and see justice done; furious with the Harlowe family.
Letter 456: Miss Howe, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Discussed in the letter; praised Lovelace's generosity but Anna criticizes his views on female virtue.
Letter 459: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
Leads the plea for Clarissa, reads Lovelace's letter and Clarissa's answer, but storms out after a heated exchange with James Jr.
Letter 460: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
His letter to Clarissa is read; he is working toward family reconciliation and plans to visit, but Clarissa does not wish to hasten him.
Letter 461: Dr. H. to James Harlowe, Senior, Esq.
Mentioned as Clarissa's newly-arrived cousin who is soliciting for her.
Letter 462: Mr. Belford, to William Morden, Esq.
Addressed by Belford; is attempting to reconcile Clarissa's family to her.
Letter 465: Miss Clarissa Harlowe, to Mrs. Norton
Mentioned among those Clarissa wishes well, though she does not wish to see him.
Letter 473: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Arrives at five o'clock, as noted at the end of the letter.
Letter 474: Mr. Belford
Arrives to see Clarissa; expresses regret for not attending sooner and condemns both Lovelace and the Harlowe family.
Letter 475: Mr. Belford
Colonel Morden visits Clarissa, sends a servant to her uncle Antony's, and is visibly moved by her condition.
Letter 476: Mr. Belford
Visits Belford, laments Clarissa's fate, and plans to leave England after her death.
Letter 478: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Lovelace curses him, likely for intervening or opposing Lovelace's claims.
Letter 481: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Kneels beside Clarissa's bed, weeping, and receives her final blessings.
Letter 483: Mrs. Norton, to Miss Clarissa Harlowe
His letter helped bring about the family reconciliation; he is expected to visit Clarissa with money-bills.
Letter 486: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Accompanies Belford to view the body and read the will; writes a letter to James Harlowe Jr. regarding Clarissa's burial wishes.
Letter 487: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Plans to attend the hearse and take a copy of the will and posthumous letter to the family.
Letter 495: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Takes a ringlet for a locket to wear next his heart; rides within view of the hearse and will enforce Belford's orders.
Letter 496: Mr. Mowbray, to John Belford, Esq.
Threatened by Lovelace in his current rage.
Letter 497: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Lovelace warns him not to intermeddle, recalling past threats.
Letter 498: Mr. Belford, to Richard Mowbray, Esq.
Inconsolable, suspects the case was more than seduction, hints at revenge.
Letter 500: Colonel Morden, to John Belford, Esq.
Narrates the chapter; describes the family's grief and attempts to comfort them.
Letter 501: Colonel Morden
Reports on the Harlowe family's reactions and funeral preparations; mediates between the family and Belford.
Letter 502: Colonel Morden
Narrates the scene, deeply moved by Miss Howe's grief and the family's sorrow.
Letter 503: Colonel Morden
Narrates the letter, observing the family's grief and reflecting on their punishment.
Letter 504: Colonel Morden
Narrates the funeral proceedings and accompanies the corpse to the vault.
Letter 505: Mr. Belford, to William Morden, Esq.
The recipient of the letter, who attended the funeral and is asked to distribute legacies.
Letter 506: Mr. James Harlowe, to John Belford, Esq.
Mentioned as a worthy cousin who vouches for Belford's character and as a mediator for the proposed arrangement.
Letter 508: Colonel Morden, to John Belford, Esq.
Narrates the reading of Clarissa's will, observing the family's reactions and resolving to enforce her wishes.
Letter 514: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Sent affecting letters about the Harlowe family's grief and compunction.
Letter 517: Mr. Belford, to Colonel Morden
Addressed by Belford; said to have declared he will not rest until he avenges Clarissa's wrongs upon Lovelace.
Letter 518: To Col. Morden
Recipient of the letter; Clarissa's cousin, friend, and guardian, whom she begs not to act as avenger.
Letter 519: Colonel Morden, to John Belford, Esq.
Writes to Belford, torn between vengeance and respect for Clarissa's dying wishes, deeply affected by the family's grief.
Letter 520: Colonel Morden, to John Belford, Esq.
Writes to Belford about the execution of Clarissa's will and shares observations on Miss Howe's character and behavior.
Letter 521: Mr. Belford, to Miss Howe
His letters are enclosed, with some parts omitted due to his animadversions on Miss Howe's inaction.
Letter 522: Miss Howe, to John Belford, Esq.
Anna comments on his reasons for resentment and his generosity to Miss Dolly Hervey.
Letter 523: Miss Howe, to John Belford, Esq.
Referenced as a severe censurer of Miss Howe's conduct and as a co-executor of Clarissa's will.
Letter 524: Mr. Belford, to Miss Howe
Referred to as the 'worthy gentleman' who admires Miss Howe and whose original letter Belford might have sent entire.
Letter 525: Lord M. to John Belford, Esq. M. Hall
Lord M. wishes to keep him and Lovelace apart; no longer threatening as per report.
Letter 526: Mr. Belford, to Lord M.
Solemn, settling his affairs before going to Italy; expresses that meeting Lovelace could have dangerous consequences.
Letter 528: Mr. Belford, to Lord M.
Requests Belford to be his executor, praises Clarissa's example, and indicates he has not yet resolved whether to pursue vengeance against Lovelace.
Letter 529: Miss Howe, to John Belford, Esq.
His letter of Sept. 23 is referenced as a source for Clarissa's person and character.
Letter 532: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Reported by Joseph Leman to have set out with a resolution to duel Lovelace.
Letter 533: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq.
Described as deeply affected by Clarissa's death, but not committed to revenge; a skilled and principled swordsman whom Belford advises Lovelace to avoid.
Letter 534: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Subject of Lovelace's letter; Lovelace has written to him offering a choice between peace or duel.
Letter 535: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Lovelace anticipates a duel with him, acknowledging his skill and courage but confident of victory.
Letter 536: Mr. Lovelace, to John Belford, Esq.
Meets Lovelace to settle the terms of the duel, chooses the sword as the weapon, and agrees to the time and place.
Letter 537: Translation of a Letter from F. J. de la Tour
Wounds Lovelace fatally in the duel, then departs into Venetian territories after urging Lovelace to commend himself to God.